Renee Elefante 9/12/22 Renee Elefante 9/12/22

New Director of Black Excellence and Achievement aims to strengthen a community for Black students

Misty Levingston has been working on numerous events scheduled for this semester, including weekly lunch sessions and a student retreat.

Guest User 9/9/22 Guest User 9/9/22

Sexual harassment allegations in student petition call for immediate termination of peace studies professor

A petition was created Sept. 9 alleging Rozell "Prexy" Nesbitt has been targeting female students with harassment, misconduct and sexually explicit language.

Natalie Paul 9/8/22 Natalie Paul 9/8/22

Biden announces student loan forgiveness plan; Chapman alumni react

Chapman alumni share their thoughts and opinions on Biden’s recent loan forgiveness plan.

Erika Taylor 9/6/22 Erika Taylor 9/6/22

A summer post-Roe: anti-abortion legislation decreases clinic availability despite temporary blocks

Following the overturn of Roe v. Wade, clinics continue to permanently close despite the efforts of local courts to block legislation.

Angelina Hicks 9/6/22 Angelina Hicks 9/6/22

Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity chapter banned after allegations of hazing, racism

Chapman’s chapter of SAE was officially closed May 18, 2022 and will have no further presence at the university.

Kiana Kalahele 9/5/22 Kiana Kalahele 9/5/22

Moulton Hall investigation concludes just before fall classes begin

After months of investigating potential health risks, Chapman University environmental safety staff confirmed Moulton Hall as safe for students and faculty to access once again.

Renee Elefante 9/5/22 Renee Elefante 9/5/22

Peace studies professor placed on administrative leave for fall semester

Rozell Nesbitt, who was originally scheduled to teach an FFC class on anti-racism, was put on leave Aug. 29 for reasons undisclosed.

Nathaniel Rudolph 9/5/22 Nathaniel Rudolph 9/5/22

Chapman opens new food pantry, stocked to combat food insecurity

After previous years of the food pantry operating out of a small closet, it opened this year with a new space and various additional food options fine-tuned to students' needs.

Renee Elefante 5/20/22 Renee Elefante 5/20/22

Chapman University experiences COVID-19 outbreak in weeks leading up to finals, graduation

An outbreak of COVID-19 cases on Chapman campus began during the week of May 2, with 38 students testing positive. The following week, 68 students, 1 faculty and 1 staff member tested positive.

Emilia Cuevas Diaz 5/20/22 Emilia Cuevas Diaz 5/20/22

Analysis | US Supreme Court positioned to reverse abortion precedent, embolden states with trigger laws

An initial draft majority opinion on the ongoing Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization case was leaked to Politico two weeks ago, signaling the likelihood that the U.S. Supreme Court intends to authorize restrictions on women’s right to an abortion.

Kiana Kalahele 5/20/22 Kiana Kalahele 5/20/22

Seven cross-cultural celebrations held on campus for graduates from underrepresented communities

Students who are a part of minority communities on campus were encouraged to attend additional graduation ceremonies to further celebrate their culture, identity and college achievements.

Emilia Cuevas Diaz 5/20/22 Emilia Cuevas Diaz 5/20/22

Director of Latinx Achievement talks future of Chapman’s Hispanic community

As Chapman’s director of Latinx achievement, Gabriela Castaneda aims to help the university become recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution through the U.S. Department of Education.

Daniel Pearson 5/17/22 Daniel Pearson 5/17/22

Photo Essay | Laguna Niguel fire destroys coastal homes

Firefighters meet the forces of nature as a wildland fire is still being contained five days after ignition

Angelina Hicks 5/14/22 Angelina Hicks 5/14/22

Chapman settles lawsuit with former adjunct professor

Over 5,000 Chapman employees will receive their formulated share of approximately $664,166 in settlement money after a near two-year legal dispute between the university and former adjunct professor Frank Chindamo.

Kiana Kalahele 5/14/22 Kiana Kalahele 5/14/22

Recent attacks targeting journalists worldwide raise safety concerns among public

Multiple instances of imprisonment, violence and murder against journalists have transpired globally since the beginning of 2022, leaving current reporters worried about what they may face while covering controversial stories.

Renee Elefante 5/14/22 Renee Elefante 5/14/22

Best of: propositions on 2022 midterm election ballot

There are four propositions currently on this year’s midterm election ballot, which The Panther dissects for college voters.

Emilia Cuevas Diaz 5/14/22 Emilia Cuevas Diaz 5/14/22

Cinco de Mayo celebrations misrepresented in American culture

The Cinco de Mayo celebration is often confused with the celebration of the Independence of Mexico, when in reality the day commemorates the Battle of Puebla.

Bijou Allard 5/14/22 Bijou Allard 5/14/22

Best of: local gas stations

How to fill up your tank without breaking the bank. From The Panther’s picks of cost-effective local gas stations.

Aarushi Bhaskaran 5/9/22 Aarushi Bhaskaran 5/9/22

SGA elects new senate for upcoming academic year

From left to right: Upperclassmen Senator Riya Belani, Greek Student Organization Senator Bailey Pradhan and Academic Student Organization Senator Noora Roushdy are three new elects to the Student Government Association Senate for the upcoming academic year.

Emilia Cuevas Diaz 5/9/22 Emilia Cuevas Diaz 5/9/22

Leaked draft from Supreme Court could signal end for Roe v. Wade precedent

Politico leaked a draft May 5 by the Supreme Court that shows a majority vote to overturn Roe v. Wade, which would result in multiple states banning or extremely limiting abortion rights. The news of the draft has already caused multiple protests from pro-choice movements and their supporters.

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